The participants for an experiment are randomly assigned to either the experimental or control group. Although the researchers know which group each participant has been assigned to, the participants do not know if they are in the experimental or control group. Which type of study is this an example of?

Question

Ryleigh Hunter

Social Studies

27 July, 14:41

The participants for an experiment are randomly assigned to either the experimental or control group. Although the researchers know which group each participant has been assigned to, the participants do not know if they are in the experimental or control group. Which type of study is this an example of?

+5

Answers (1)

Know the Answer?

Ray · Answer 1

Single-blind procedure/study

Explanation:

Single-blind of study is a type of research procedure in which the researcher is the only one that knows the experimental and control group, only the researcher knows the treatment each group is receiving. The aim of this method is to reduce bias in the study.